05/01/2018
EMPTY PURSUITS
“And do not turn aside; for then you would go after empty things which cannot profit or deliver, for they are nothing.” (1 Samuel 12:21)
Have you ever asked yourself about some of the most popular things people seem to endlessly pursue? What is it that lures people into addictions to alcohol, drugs, gambling and sexual perversion?
Prophet Samuel cautioned Israel not to turn aside from following God. He warned them that the attractions they normally tend to pursue are empty and meaningless.
Determine to set your priorities right this year. Matthew 6:33 says, “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” The priority is to seek first the kingdom and its righteousness.
Key Thought. The moment you turn aside from following after God, you open up to the influence of empty and meaningless attractions.
Stay blessed!!!
*_John Bannerman_*